Deaf Hiker Survives 700-Foot Fall With Companion

Twenty-one-year-old Amelia Milling, who is deaf, was hiking alone in Alaska when a fall nearly turned tragic. During a three-day climb, Amelia lost her balance and slid over 700 feet down a snow-covered mountain, finally coming to rest near a boulder. Despite the fall, she suffered no broken bones.

But found herself lost in freezing conditions with over 24 hours passed since the accident. While trying to navigate the unfamiliar terrain, Amelia spotted a white wolf in the distance. To her surprise, it was a husky named Nanook, wearing a collar labeled “guide.” Nanook is a trained trail guide dog, responsible for finding lost hikers and bringing them to safety.

The dog stayed with Amelia overnight, offering companionship and guidance. The next day, when Amelia attempted to cross a river, strong currents pulled her underwater. Nanook jumped in, grabbed her backpack strap, and pulled her out of the cold glacier water. Amelia also had a GPS transmitter, which she used to alert rescue services.

Alaska State Troopers arrived by helicopter and airlifted Amelia to safety, with Nanook by her side. Authorities called the husky a true hero, comparing him to Alaska’s version of Lassie. Nanook had previously saved other hikers and even a little girl from river currents. Amelia credits Nanook for saving her life and keeping her safe throughout the ordeal. Her story highlights the remarkable training and loyalty of guide dogs, proving once again that four-legged friends can be heroes in unexpected ways.

Related Posts

She Tried to Ruin Our Vacation Plans, but I Turned the Tables

When my boyfriend Jake spoke about his family, he painted a picture of love and unity, so I decided to surprise them with a beach vacation. At…

Obama Slams Trump in Blunt Response to Autism Claim

On Monday, President Donald Trump said that taking Tylenol (acetaminophen) while pregnant can cause autism in babies. His comments were quickly criticized, even by former President Barack…

I Chased After Two Diners Who Didn’t Pay, but the Truth Stopped Me Cold

Two men ordered food and drinks. Then they quietly left without paying. My coworker was in tears the bill was a few hundred dollars, and she counted…

Before You Get Your Hopes Up: A Lesson in Self-Worth

I was in a restaurant chatting with a friend when a guy sat next to me. He said, “Before you get your hopes up, I have a…

Famous 80s star actress was found passed at four in the morning in an open field

Jennifer Robyn Bernard, best known for playing Terry Brock on General Hospital in the 1980s, has died at 64. Bernard was found early Tuesday morning in an…

Ann-Margret’s Enduring Love Story with Roger Smith

Ann-Margret, the celebrated Swedish-American actress and performer, is known not only for her incredible talent but also for her remarkable love story with her husband, Roger Smith….